Personal Assistant

Auckland Council; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative local government authority is seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to provide exceptional support to their senior management team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at managing multiple tasks while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. You will be the first point of contact for senior stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive team culture, this position offers excellent career growth opportunities within the organization. Join a dynamic and engaging workplace that values collaboration and personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development courses

Collaborative networks

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Personal Assistant role to support senior management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage emails and diaries for the General Manager efficiently.
• Coordinate information and support senior management effectively.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Proactivity

Education

Experience as a Personal Assistant

Job description

Supportive culture & positive team leaders

Are you an experienced Personal Assistant seeking your next challenge? If you thrive in an extremely fast-paced environment, being the first point of contact for our senior stakeholders and excel at supporting these stakeholders, we have the perfect position for you!

As a seasoned Personal Assistant, you will support the new General Manager of the Regulatory Engineering & Resource Consents business unit, providing exceptional business support to a senior manager leading 400 kaimahi. Your responsibilities include efficient email and diary management, coordinating information, and being the trusted, go-to person for senior management, ensuring the smooth operation of their schedules. Flexibility to work at our sites in Manukau, Henderson, Albany, and Auckland Central on a weekly basis is essential.

Bring your expert relationship-building skills across a complex organization and make this role your own!

While highly autonomous, you will join a wider team of approximately 50 specialised personal assistants, the administrative backbone of our organization. You can expect an engaging, fast-paced working environment supported by caring and supportive team leaders.

Are you energized by a busy, dynamic, and stimulating environment? Can you effortlessly juggle multiple tasks under pressure? Are you proactive and confident in knowing the best course of action to keep your manager on track? We seek someone with excellent problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a confident work approach. Outstanding communication skills across all channels, initiative, and proactivity will set you apart. Building collaborative relationships and providing effective support are fundamental to this role.

Previous experience in a PA position is essential to enable you to hit the ground running from day one.

In return, we offer a flexible and supportive work environment, including hybrid working arrangements. We are committed to your professional development through various training courses, lunchtime learnings, and collaboration networks. These roles are within interesting areas of our business and provide excellent career growth opportunities within the Council group.

You will also enjoy a range of excellent employee benefits and work under supportive, caring team leaders invested in your personal growth and career development. View our AC employee benefits by clicking on this link.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to embracing diversity and inclusion. If you have support or access requirements, please inform us during your application to assist in the recruitment process.

We strongly encourage our employees to be fully vaccinated.

About the company

Auckland Council, with the code 783, is the local government authority for the Auckland Region in New Zealand.